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Northwood, IA


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Northwood, Iowa

Northwood, Iowa, in Worth county, is 54 miles SW of Rochester, Minnesota (center to center) and 104 miles S of St. Paul, Minnesota. The city contains a population of approximately 2,050.

The People and Families of Northwood

In Northwood, about 54% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Northwood, which is home to many people who live alone.

The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Northwood had a median family income of $41,445.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in Northwood.

Northwood Housing

Northwood has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 72% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments.

Commuting

In Northwood, 88% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Northwood -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there. In the city, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Northwood can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

Northwood strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Iowa):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 5%trophyNorthwood Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Northwood Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Northwood Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Northwood Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Northwood, IA

Comparing Northwood to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Iowa (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens109
Age of the Population109
Well-Paid Single Men88
Well-Paid Single Women88
Female Share of the Population77
Racial Diversity47
Male Share of the Population44
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married32
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty75
People in Middle Class or Better75
College Educated Adults66
Median Family Income64

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Public Transportation Use910
Short Commute Times97
Working at Home87

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals910
Affordability of Rents98
Affordability of Property Taxes56
Seasonal and Vacation Housing35
Housing Recently Built35
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